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Clinical guidelines announce what may be the most radical change in the treatment of type 2 diabetes for almost a century. Appearing in Diabetes Care, a journal of the American Diabetes Association, and endorsed by 45 professional societies around the world, the guidelines propose that surgery involving the manipulation of the stomach or intestine be considered as a standard treatment option for appropriate candidates. This development follows multiple clinical trials showing that gastrointestinal surgery can…

In India, there is a common saying, which many families brag about, “Hum khate-peete khandan se hain,”meaning they belong to a family where there is abundance of food and beverages. The underlying meaning is also that if the family members, as well as the children, are overweight, it’s because of good food.

Diabetes is a condition affecting the metabolism of glucose or sugar in the body, leading to an excess of sugar in blood stream. It provides a pathway for chronic diseases like nerve, kidney disorders and heart conditions. Type 2 diabetes, also called non-insulin dependent diabetes, is caused due to resistance of the body towards insulin. It contributes to about 90% of diabetic cases reported worldwide. Insulin is a hormone produced by pancreas which helps in…